Structural Assessment and Strengthening Design of Glitz Tower

Advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods were employed to evaluate the structural health of the building. The testing results were used to develop a representative finite element model of FEM based software ETABS. Following performance-based evaluation techniques, the team proposed a sustainable retrofitting solution utilizing column jacketing in accordance with ASCE 41-17 provisions for seismic rehabilitation. The intervention enhanced the building’s resilience, improved safety, and extended the service life of the high-rise while minimizing structural disruption during implementation. NO PICTURE Services: Structural assessment, NDT investigation, finite element modeling, retrofitting design, seismic strengthening. Keywords: Glitz Tower, Islamabad, structural strengthening, seismic retrofitting, G+8, NDT testing, ETABS modeling, ASCE 41-17, jacketing technique, Bendcrete, INN Consultants, Bendcrete.